ENGL 51 - Spoken Word

Institution:

Drew University

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Description:

This course explores literature as a performance art. Students will learn to write poetry and/or prose with a focus on the sounds and rhythm of language. Students will memorize and recite their own poetry and prose, as well as works by spoken word and canonical writers, such as Saul William and Sylvia Plath. Check department listing for offering. Enrollment priority: English majors and writing minors. These courses continue the study of the literature of historical periods in England and America as well as literary issues, literary theory, individual authors, and literary genres. Individual offerings of these upper-level courses may be organized by specific themes or by other organizational concepts. For specific offerings available under the following rubrics, consult the annual English department listing.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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